Lithium-ion Battery Safety Lithium-ion batteries are one type of rechargeable battery technology (other examples include sodium ion and solid state) that supplies power to many devices we use daily. In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the manufacturing and industrial use of these batteries due to their superior energy.
How can lithium-ion batteries prevent workplace hazards?
Whether manufacturing or using lithium-ion batteries, anticipating and designing out workplace hazards early in a process adoption or a process change is one of the best ways to prevent injuries and illnesses.
What is a lithium ion battery?
A lithium-ion battery contains one or more lithium cells that are electrically connected. Like all batteries, lithium battery cells contain a positive electrode, a negative electrode, a separator, and an electrolyte solution.
Are lithium ion batteries rechargeable?
Lithium-ion batteries use lithium in ionic form instead of in solid metallic form and are usually rechargeable, often without needing to remove the battery from the device.
What are lithium ion batteries used for?
They power devices such as mobile telephones, laptop computers, tablets, cameras, power tools, electric vehicles, and machinery, and are also used in large Energy Storage Systems (ESS). Lithium-ion batteries may present several health and safety hazards during manufacturing, use, emergency response, disposal, and recycling.
How does a lithium battery work?
Like all batteries, lithium battery cells contain a positive electrode, a negative electrode, a separator, and an electrolyte solution. Atoms or molecules with a net electric charge (i.e., ions) are transferred from a positive electrode to a negative electrode through an electrolyte solution.
should be stored separately from rechargeable lithium ion batteries. Cells should be stored in their original containers or installed in equipment. Store the cells in a well-ventilated, dry area. The temperature should be as cool as possible to maximize shelf life. Observe the manufacturers minimum and maximum storage temperatures.